Materials Assistant
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity
The Student and Scholarly Services Division is seeking a proactive and detail-focused Materials Assistant to join the Content Fulfilment and Operations team based at the On-Demand Collection our off-campus library collections storage facility.
In this role youll help ensure students and researchers have timely access to scholarly content by processing materials requests digitising content maintaining copyright compliance and supporting the delivery of physical and digital resources. The position also involves liaising with other teams and library users monitoring support channels and resolving issues related to resource access.
Youll be responsible for ensuring the appropriate condition accommodation and transport of physical collections held at the On-Demand Collection in East Tāmaki. Youll also be supporting library collections projects and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives focused on access services collection storage and workflows.
This is a full-time permanent role (37.5 hours per week).
The primary location of this role is at the On-Demand Collection at East Tāmaki.
The salary for this role is $55634 - $60500 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.
For more detailed information please refer to the Position Description.
E rapua ana mātou What we are seeking
The role will suit a team player with strong attention to detail excellent communication and problem-solving skills as well as a reasonable level of physical fitness. Ideally you will possess:
- A working familiarity with Microsoft Office as well as the ability to learn new systems software and procedures quickly in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to work independently with excellent time management skills.
- Ability to work accurately with a high dergree of attention to detail.
- Experience working with library collections library management systems or warehouse operations.
- Ability to lift boxes and work at height (ladders).
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealands leading university and maintains significant computational laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the worlds most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
- Flexible employment practices (including working from home flexible hours)
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- A competitive salary with five weeks annual leave
In addition we also offer career development programmes discounted car parking a generous parental leave allowance childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information please visit Staff Benefits.
Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 12 April 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
If you are interested in the role and want to find out more before you apply please reach out to Douglas Lahikainen - for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.
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Equity
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of AucklandThe University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisi ... View more
